YAC Applications 2026

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Youth Advisory Council

Members of the Youth Advisory Council (YAC) are a vital part of the success of the Lindsey Meyer Teen Institute. YACs are individuals who have previously attended LMTI and serve as leaders and role models for current participants. YACs undergo an extensive interview, application, and training process to make them into the TI experts they are. So much of the success of LMTI depends on the youth staff. Each year, we select individuals from throughout the state to serve as YACs.

Some responsibilities of a YAC include….

  • Remaining alcohol, tobacco, and other drug-free
  • Appreciating and promoting diversity
  • Promoting a drug-free lifestyle to others
  • Being a positive role model
  • Assisting with group facilitation (Action Group and Process Group)
  • Assisting with cabin chaperoning duties
  • Undergoing 5 mandatory training sessions for preparation (in addition to Sunday staff training at camp)
  • Attending all 5 days of your assigned conference(s)

Training Dates

Saturday, April 11 from 10:00AM – 4:00PM at the Partners In Prevention Office in Secaucus

Saturday, May 16 from 10:00AM – 4:00PM at the Partners In Prevention Office in Secaucus

Saturday, June 27 from 10:00AM – 4:00PM at the Partners In Prevention Office in Secaucus

OVERNIGHT – Friday, July 17 6PM – Saturday, July 18 12PM at St. James Episcopal Church in Montclair

Saturday, August 8 from 10:00AM – 4:00PM at the Partners In Prevention Office in Secaucus

Step 1: Online Application

Fill out your online application by Friday, January 31st @ 11:59pm.

    YAC Application

    Step 2: Reccomendation Form

    Select an adult (can be your Advisor or someone else who is not part of your family) and provide them with a link to this referral form.

      Recommendation Form

      Step 3: Schedule Your Interview

      This year, we will continue to have all virtual interviews. Please select a date/time for your interview within the application.

      Interviews

      • Monday, February 2 | 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 5:00 PM
      • Thursday, February 5 | 4:00 PM | 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM
      • Saturday, February 7 | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 1:00 PM
      • Monday, February 9 | 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 5:00 PM
      • Wednesday, February 11 | 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 5:00 PM
      Recommendation Form

      Step 4: Celebrate

      Contact Caitlin Bradley (CBradley@pipnj.org) if you have any questions!

        Caitlin Bradley

        Caitlin Bradley

        LMTI Program Coordinator

        CBradley@pipnj.org